All gifts to California State University San Marcos are accepted and administered by The California State University San Marcos Foundation (Foundation), an official 501 [c] [3] auxiliary organization of California State University San Marcos.

The Board consists of community leaders which will guide, advise and support CSUSM regarding the feasibility and desirability of its strategic plans for growth into the 21st century. Key community members are invited to assist with connecting the university to the community, fundraising, and advocacy.